Race and society
Our librarians selected these resources to illuminate history.
Recommend reading and more
Recommend reading for children & teens
Artists and museums
- Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture
- It was established by an Act of Congress in 2003, following decades of efforts to promote and highlight the contributions of African Americans.
- Spotlight on Latinx Illustrators
- Learn more about a collection of Latinx creators and how they connect with readers through their work.
- SHAREE MILLER — ARTIST HIGHLIGHT
- St. Thomas-bred, Jersey City-based Sharee Miller is a graduate of Pratt Institute and the author and illustrator of Princess Hair and Don't Touch My Hair.
Activities and crafts
- online Lotería
- Lotería is a traditional game of chance, similar to bingo, but using images on a deck of cards instead of numbered ping pong balls.
- Alebrijes coloring sheets
- Learn about and color fantastical Alebrijes (whimsical creatures or spirit animals) and animals native to Mexico.
- Axolotl mask and coloring sheets
- Learn more about these cute critters with a fun activity and facts sheet.
Local resources
Explore local organizations that seek to support and empower Southern Oregon’s communities of color.